Nick Cannon, actor (Drumline) and hip hop artist has a new song out called Can I Live about his mother. If the song in the video is truly autobiographical, it shows his mother at age 17 going to an abortion clinic, and then changing her mind choosing life. We do not see enough of this… Continue reading Nick Cannon’s New Video
Prayers for my father
Today my father was diagnosed with bone cancer. He is 56 years old and very, very good man. My youngest brother is only 17. I forgot to mention: My father’s name is Jerry DeMauro. He is one of the nicest men, if not the nicest man I know. He certainly is the most honest and… Continue reading Prayers for my father
This is What I Would Like To Do
ALBANY — Becoming a registered nurse was so important to Kathleen Everson that the single mother began taking evening courses three years ago. It was a big commitment: She was already working at night — and caring for her toddler son during the day. Sleep was hit or miss. “When he napped, I napped,” Everson… Continue reading This is What I Would Like To Do
A New Life
Some events in my life have changed where looks like I will have to be the provider. I can use some prayers not only for opportunities, but mostly for fortitude and good judgement.
“An Interesting Perspective”
This was written yesterday by a friend of mine, Tabitha Kaza. She is a young mother of 5 whose husband is a Marine in Iraq. There are a few dimensions to this that struck a chord with me, so I would like to share it. My youngest brother who is 17 and just graduated from… Continue reading “An Interesting Perspective”
I Know It’s Marketing Ploy, But It’s One I Like!
Have you seen the Dove Campaign For Real Beauty? There is a commercial for soap that has a bunch of women in their underwear (which I am not crazy about) of all shapes, sizes and skin tones. Of the different shapes and sizes there are some pregnant bellies, is one woman with a C-section scar,… Continue reading I Know It’s Marketing Ploy, But It’s One I Like!
This Morning’s Breakfast Muffin
Peach Coconut Muffins 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour 1 cup quick oats 1/3 cup dry milk powder 1 Tablespoon soy flour + 1 Tablespoon water (a good egg substitute in baking) 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1 Tablespoon nutritional yeast 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut 2 Tablespoons of honey… Continue reading This Morning’s Breakfast Muffin
Say, Have I Mentioned My Son, Fastolph?
I often have this vision: God has precious, brand new baby souls that are about to be sent to earth on an assembly line. He is touching their sweet little heads and gifting them with the grace of common sense. He reaches Fastolph and St. Michael calls God and “Hey God, we need your help!… Continue reading Say, Have I Mentioned My Son, Fastolph?